7.21.2010

The Naptime Chef: THE BOOK


Yes, the rumors are true! The Naptime Chef: Fitting Great Food Into Family Life, my first cookbook, will be published by Running Press in Spring 2012. Just writing that sentence makes me want to jump out of my seat and do a little dance around the room! Or, at least, have another glass of champagne.

Selling a book is an awesome project. Awesome in the sense that it requires quite a bit of work, patience and time. It's a bit of marathon really, from start to finish, and I definitely did not do it all by myself. This process would never even have started without my awesome agent Jenni. She saw the potential in the story from the start, coached me through the proposal and rallied me through the sale. Because of her I am looking forward to entire year of writing an fantastic cookbook filled to the brim with Naptime Chef recipes (some old, MOST new!) and I couldn't be more grateful. I promise, I will write and cook my heart out to create a wonderful and true resource that will reside on your cookbook shelf for years to come. I also promise a few great book parties. And, a few more flutes of champagne.

So, my editor, Kristen, and I are off and running. I can't wait to share more about the process of writing a cookbook the further I dive into this. Also, if anyone has suggestions for something they want to see in the book feel free to leave a comment and let me know. I'm all ears!

In the mean time, as if a new book weren't enough, this lovely lady is redesigning my entire website that will be debuting in less than month. You can look forward easy navigation, great style and lots of printable recipe pages!

And, last but not least, I thank you, readers, for all of your support and enthusiasm. I look forward to giving you a true bound book that will prove exciting and invaluable. This is a day for all of us to celebrate. So, pour yourself a glass of bubbly and toast to the beginning of a new adventure!

38 comments:

  1. YEAY! Congrats! I can't wait to get a copy of your book - or ten!

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  2. Congratulations - that is so awesome! I can't wait to see it in print!

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  3. So exciting! Congratulations! Can't wait for it.

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  4. How very exciting! One of my passions is cookbooks so I'll definitely be looking for yours when it's on the stands. Congrats on the new website as well. I'd love to paint your logo/header on a trivet tile if you'd be interested.

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  5. Kelsey - Well I know what everyone is getting for holiday gifts and birthday gifts in 2012!!!!! Congratulations - you deserve it!

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  6. well done kelsey!!! you know i will be one of the first in line to buy my copy (and many others). i am so proud of you. you deserve it, ... damn you've worked hard! can't wait for the release party :)

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  7. Oh my goodness, Kelsey, CONGRATULATIONS! So well-deserved, and I can't wait to read it!

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  8. Splendid news, Kelsey! I'm not at all surprised - you're brilliance shines through every post. What a thrilling year ahead! I just know this book will be the perfect gift for every new Mom.

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  9. So awesome Kelsey - it's all of your hard word that has brought this about and you should be so so proud. You have an army of Emma chicks out here ready to start the marketing effort all over the globe in 2012! Congrats!

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  10. Awesome news, a big congratulations to you! You should be very proud!

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  11. This is such fabulous news -- congratulations! I already have a list of people in mind who will LOVE your book. I knew a cookbook was in your future -- and I'm sure this is just the beginning of many wonderful things for you! Yay!

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  12. Congratulations!!! This is wonderful. I am in your same boat - just without the book deal yet. I am currently waiting to hear back from my agent, to see if she thinks my "cookbook idea" is a winner. I am trying to not get my hopes up...as I know we sometimes have to submit and submit before we get a deal. Wish me luck! Can't wait to buy yours!

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  15. What a awesome opportunity! Your amazing girl! Congrats! Proof that you never know where life can take you. Imagine once you ate Peanut butter and jelly all through Mexico. I never imagined that you would become a successful cook! Congrats, again! -Mandy

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  16. How exciting! A giant congratulations! Can't wait to see the site and the book, of course :)

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  17. Congratulations, Kelsey! Have fun and enjoy every minute of it!!

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  18. This is wonderful news! I can't wait until it comes out - it will be great!

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  19. Wonderful Wonderful! Congratulations! Cheers!

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  20. I'm a new follower to your website and wanted to congratulate you on the book. Very well deserved, and I can't wait to see it.

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  21. How exciting! I'm brand new around here and love, love, love it! I will definitely pick up a book when they come out.

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  22. Big, huge, giant CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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  23. The one day I didn't check my computer and was late to find your glorious news! So, so pleased for you - I'm already in line with my armful of books to be autographed! What a day-congratulations...thumbs up!!

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  24. Thank you all SO much for your awesome comments. Seriously! I am so honored and thrilled by your support. Now, off to start writing! :)

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  25. Oh, wow! A very hearty congratulations to you!!

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  26. Fabulous news, Kelsey! And well deserved. Congratulations!!!

    Peggy

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  27. YAHOO!!!
    Now you know I read your blog all the time but I rarely comment b/c Firefox is moody and doesn't let me (?!?!) But I pulled out all the stops today and switched to Safari to say a big Congratulations. This is huge and I'm so, so happy for you. But you already know that. I can't wait to see the process unfold...I love, love, love when true talent is recognized and that's obviously been the case with you. xoxoxoxo

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  28. @Jeanne @Peggy and @Megan, thanks so much for your kind words and support. I am thrilled and look forward to sharing a great great with you. And @Megan, you are too kind - I promise the new website will be MUCH easier for commenting! :)

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  29. YAY!!!!!! Congrats!!! Can't wait to buy it and start cooking your delicious recipes!!!

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  30. What great news, Kelsey! Congratulations!!

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  31. K,

    Great news, so happy for you!
    Jessica (Napp) McAnuff

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  32. WOOT! SO EXCITED! It's about time! LOL I cannot wait to get my hands on that book because I KNOW that it is going to be fantastic!

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  33. I think I'll have a glass of champagne to celebrate with you! I always look forward to your recipes and cannot wait to get a copy of your book. Salud!

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  34. Congrats! I can't wait to read it!!!!!

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  35. Awesome news-can't wait to buy it!

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  36. I am new to your blog but I just had to comment because this is exactly what I am! A naptime chef! My husband and I are foodies and I found that this was the ONLY way to keep up with eating food that wasn't from a box. I can't wait to read your book! What a great idea. Congrats!

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